And now, I think I will have a look at the back of my spice shelf, too. It is the front row that seems to get all the action...basil, oregano, rosemary, tarragon, thyme, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric and ... zahtar. I just threw out the aged, lingering bay leaf jar.

Of course, during the summer months, I do buy some of the above fresh from the farmers market, and get spoiled with the true flavors they give.